The role of antibody glycans in the development of severe COVID-19
Glycans attached to antibodies are an important regulator of our immune system. Read about their role in development of severe COVID 19 disease.
By Prof Gordan Lauc, PhDScience Magazine
Straight from the lab
Glycans as drivers of a disease risk
The relative risk of many diseases increases with age. Individuals age at different rates, and while some might show a surprising level of health and fitness in their eight decades, others might be troubled by age-related diseases already in their late thirties. An increasing body of evidence suggests glycans play a role at establishing an individual’s risk of having poor health.
By Dr Marina Martinic KavurChanges of glycans with age in different parts of the World
Read how glycans change with age and lifestyle factors across the World.
By Prof Gordan Lauc, PhDIt’s official – stress alters the way brain proteins are glycosylated.
A recently published study has shown for the first time that traumatic stress also leads to long-lasting changes in the glycosylation of brain proteins.
By Thomas KlarićThe role of glycans and water in the seasonality of COVID-19
Can ranges in temperature and humidity decrease or increase COVID-19 severity and mortality? Read the article to find out more.
By Prof Gordan Lauc, PhD